Donald Trump has commented on the potential for DOGE stimulus checks to be distributed to Americans, and the response seems to be … possibly.
Indeed, the former president stated that he might redirect some of the savings that DOGE claims to generate back into your wallets.
Trump discussed the concept that originated on social media, suggesting that the savings could be transformed into payments.
“There’s even a new idea being considered, where we distribute 20% of the DOGE savings to American citizens, and 20% towards debt reduction,” Trump mentioned while speaking in Miami.
Should this happen, Americans might owe some gratitude to James Fishback, CEO of Azoria investment firm, who urged Musk on X to reissue stimulus checks to Americans based on DOGE’s alleged savings of $55 billion. This idea gained momentum — because who wouldn’t appreciate a check — and USA Today highlighted that a video suggesting individuals should receive $8,000 checks garnered over 5 million views.
USA Today reported that “Musk, whom the Trump administration claimed in court does not officially work for DOGE,” replied to Fishback on X, “Will check with the President.”
These payments could potentially provide Americans with concrete evidence of the savings realized. Without this, it appears reductions are coming swiftly with no immediate return planned for taxpayers.
Reuters has indicated that Fishback is currently in discussions with the Trump administration regarding this proposal. According to the news agency, Fishback’s plan involves issuing $5,000 checks to all tax-paying households after DOGE’s anticipated conclusion in July 2026.
The ultimate amount is contingent upon the department’s objective of achieving $2 trillion in savings.
